National Instruments PXIe-8238, Getting Started Manual

GETTING STARTED GUIDE

PXIe-8238

This document includes instructions for installing and configuring your PXIe-8238 module.

Contents

Products Covered...................................................................................................................... 1
Getting Started.......................................................................................................................... 1

Unpacking......................................................................................................................... 1
Electrical........................................................................................................................... 2
Preparing the Environment............................................................................................... 2
Hardware Installation........................................................................................................2
Powering On the PXIe-8238............................................................................................. 3
Powering Off the PXIe-8238............................................................................................ 3
Software Installation and Configuration........................................................................... 3
PXIe-8238 Front Panel......................................................................................................3
Removing the PXIe-8238 from a PXI Express Chassis....................................................5
Cleaning............................................................................................................................ 5

Common Configuration Questions........................................................................................... 5

General Questions............................................................................................................. 5

Worldwide Support and Services.............................................................................................. 6

Products Covered

This document covers the following products:
•

PXIe-8238 (142470

x

-010L)

Note

Following the model number above is the specific NI assembly number in

parentheses. Ensure that the specifications of interest match the NI assembly number
printed on the board. 

x

 denotes all letter revisions of the assembly.

Getting Started

This section includes instructions for unpacking and installing your PXIe-8238 module. It also
describes the module's front panel connectors.

Unpacking

The PXIe-8238 ships in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging
device components. To prevent such damage when handling the device, ground yourself using
a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object, such as your computer chassis, and
complete the following steps: